The Bellator featherweight grand prix final is set, and it’s the matchup everyone wants to see as champion Patricio Freire will defend his title against undefeated A.J. McKee later this summer. Traditionally, UFC fighters are considered the “best in the world” because of the reputation that’s attached to mixed martial arts’ biggest and most successful promotion, but at 145 pounds, at least, there’s a sincere debate to be had when you consider the rise and recent performances of both Freire and McKee. Freire, who’s ranked No. 3 in the latest USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie featherweight rankings , is also the Bellator lightweight champion and the owner of a seven-fight winning streak, with three of his past four by first-round finish. McKee, meanwhile, has climbed all the way to No.
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